By J.L of Jacksonville, Florida
When my rheumatologist ordered physical therapy, I asked that she refer
me to Dr. Joanna Frantz. I knew of Dr. Frantz through my sister-in-law,
who was a patient of hers. She highly recommended her as a Physical
Therapist.
On my initial visit to In Motion Physical Therapy, Dr. Frantz created a
program of therapy based on my rheumatologist's diagnosis and my age. I
am a senior citizen with a need to strengthen my back and address joint
and muscle issues. I went to therapy twice a week for two months,
followed by once per week for the third month. Each session lasted an
hour and home exercises were also prescribed.
Dr. Frantz gradually increased the exercises to strengthen my back and
core muscles. The activities progressively became more challenging, but
she never pushed my beyond my ability. I felt such satisfaction when I
was able to reach the more difficult goals and began to realize the
benefits of improved range of motion and flexibility.
I found it easy to develop a sound doctor-patient rapport with Dr.
Frantz from the beginning. She is a caring and sensitive encourager.
With her expertise, I would recommend her as a Doctor of Physical
Therapy for patients of any age.
The environment at In Motion Physical Therapy is very spacious and
inviting, with attractive interior design. The equipment and tools are
state-of-the-art and are kept sanitary. Office manager, Carolyn Weaver
and the staff are always most pleasant and courteous. I truly enjoyed my
visits there.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Moviegoers Knee
Just came from a movie with my husband. A great rainy day pass time. As we were coming out of the theater, someone behind me was saying how her knee hurts after sitting through the movie. I said to my husband, "she has moviegoers knee." He kinda laughed, but it is a real problem. The technical term is patellofemoral pain syndrome, but moviegoers knee is much easier to say! I then said, "I can fix that. Wish I could turn around and give her a card, but that would be weird." So, I'm going to blog about it, so that others know and can pass it along.
Definition: Moviegoers knee, or patellofemoral pain syndrome, describes general pain at the front of the knee which comes on gradually with symptoms increasing over a period of time. The patella does not move or 'track' in a correct fashion when the knee is being bent and straightened. This can lead to damage to the cartilage on the underside of the patella resulting in inflammation and pain.
Symptoms include: aching in the knee joint particularly in the front, swelling, pain with movement after inactivity, pain worse with walking hills or stairs, clicking or cracking when bending the knee, prolonged sitting can become uncomfortable, weakness in the quadriceps and tightness in calf, quadriceps, hamstrings and iliotibial band.
Causes: Syndrome usually occurs over time with improper exercise, stretching and balance. Typically the muscles on the outer part of the leg (lateral aspect of quadriceps, iliotibial band and lateral retinaculum) become stiff, short and over strengthened and the muscles on the inner part of the leg (vastus medialus of quadriceps and part of the adductors) become weakened. The muscled on the outer part of the leg will then have a greater pull on the patella and the patella starts to track more to the outside. Overtime, this will become painful.
Treatment options: It is important to first seek out a sports medical professional to evaluate your condition. If the diagnosis is in fact patellofemoral pain syndrome, the following will most likely per prescribed. Usually an anti-inflammatory, rest, ice and physical therapy. A physical therapist will evaluate your posture, strength, flexibility and gait pattern to determine where you are out of balance. Using specific exercises designed for your needs, your physical therapist will set you up with a program to correct your muscle imbalance and alignment and provide shoe inserts if needed. Surgery is only an options for extreme or chronic cases.
For more info about this and other joint pain problems, please feel free to contact us!
Definition: Moviegoers knee, or patellofemoral pain syndrome, describes general pain at the front of the knee which comes on gradually with symptoms increasing over a period of time. The patella does not move or 'track' in a correct fashion when the knee is being bent and straightened. This can lead to damage to the cartilage on the underside of the patella resulting in inflammation and pain.
Symptoms include: aching in the knee joint particularly in the front, swelling, pain with movement after inactivity, pain worse with walking hills or stairs, clicking or cracking when bending the knee, prolonged sitting can become uncomfortable, weakness in the quadriceps and tightness in calf, quadriceps, hamstrings and iliotibial band.
Causes: Syndrome usually occurs over time with improper exercise, stretching and balance. Typically the muscles on the outer part of the leg (lateral aspect of quadriceps, iliotibial band and lateral retinaculum) become stiff, short and over strengthened and the muscles on the inner part of the leg (vastus medialus of quadriceps and part of the adductors) become weakened. The muscled on the outer part of the leg will then have a greater pull on the patella and the patella starts to track more to the outside. Overtime, this will become painful.
Treatment options: It is important to first seek out a sports medical professional to evaluate your condition. If the diagnosis is in fact patellofemoral pain syndrome, the following will most likely per prescribed. Usually an anti-inflammatory, rest, ice and physical therapy. A physical therapist will evaluate your posture, strength, flexibility and gait pattern to determine where you are out of balance. Using specific exercises designed for your needs, your physical therapist will set you up with a program to correct your muscle imbalance and alignment and provide shoe inserts if needed. Surgery is only an options for extreme or chronic cases.
For more info about this and other joint pain problems, please feel free to contact us!
Saturday, January 26, 2013
How to Choose a Top Physical Therapist: by Dr. Joanna Frantz
Just as you would do research
to pick a lawyer, insurance agent or even a new car, you should do the same
when choosing a physical therapist.
Fortunately in FL, you can seek a physical therapy evaluation and
treatment without a physician referral. When you receive a referral for PT from your primary physician, you can still
choose whom you would like to see. There
are several important factors when choosing a therapist.
·
Education – what
degree does the therapist hold?
·
Background – does
the therapist have training in the type of treatment that is specific to your
diagnosis?
·
Location – is the
facility close to work or home? Typically you are getting PT several times per
week.
·
Clinic philosophy
– Are you being seen one-on-one? Will
you be with the same therapist from evaluation to discharge?
·
Treatment
philosophy – is treatment passive based, modality based, manual based, exercise
based, or a combination? Is treatment
protocol based or individual diagnosis based?
To search and learn more about top Physical Therapists in
your area, you can go to the APTA web site, search for a therapist in your area
and read their profile.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Tips on Avoiding Running Injuries: by Dr. Jennifer Bhullar
Secondly, increase training slowly. The 10% rule for most people is the maximum increase per week. The next tip requires you to make sure you are in the proper running shoe. A therapist and speciality running store associates are good resources for helping you find the best shoe for you. Once you find the proper shoe make sure to replace you running shoes every 350-450 miles of running.
Lastly, make sure to stretch at the end of your running session. Stretching will decrease muscle soreness and help maintain flexibility.
Any further questions about running programs, contact Dr. Bhullar: therapy@inmotionjax.com
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Should or Shouldn't You get a Prenatal Massage?
FROM THE KNOWLEDGE OF KELLY DOWNS, LMT, COM
Helpful Pregnancy Massage:
Over the last ten years, a lot of research has gone in to beneficial massage for pregnant women. The American Pregnancy Association (APA), states that massage can help a pregnant woman with:
These are not just simple symptoms of pregnancy. They can feel debilitating. A massage, in that case, can help a woman get through a very tough time. We here at In Motion Physical Therapy offer prenatal massage because we understand the importance of offering this service in a medical, highly-trained atmosphere. We only ask that our clients get clearance from their obgyn first so all precautions are covered.
Types of Helpful Pregnancy Massage:
High Risk Pregnancies and Massage:
A high-risk pregnancy, for the purpose of this article, includes but is not limited to:
Though it may seem that women in the high risk category should steer clear of anything that seems “alternative,” in the case of massage, the opposite may be true.
In fact, the Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynecology reports that massage can actually decrease the riskiness in nature of such pregnancies. Helping with hormones, swelling, and nerve pain in such difficult pregnancies helps women with some of the very symptoms that make her pregnancy difficult. (Field, T. “Pregnant Women Benefit from Massage Therapy,” Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynecology, 20, 31-38)
Helpful Pregnancy Massage:
Over the last ten years, a lot of research has gone in to beneficial massage for pregnant women. The American Pregnancy Association (APA), states that massage can help a pregnant woman with:
- Hormones regulation: helps dopamine and seratonin, which can reduce depression
- Swelling: helps reduce swelling and flush fluids
- Nerve pain: helps diminish back and joint pain.
These are not just simple symptoms of pregnancy. They can feel debilitating. A massage, in that case, can help a woman get through a very tough time. We here at In Motion Physical Therapy offer prenatal massage because we understand the importance of offering this service in a medical, highly-trained atmosphere. We only ask that our clients get clearance from their obgyn first so all precautions are covered.
Types of Helpful Pregnancy Massage:
- Legs: Pregnant women carry excess fluid in their legs and ankles. A leg massage can press some of that away and out of the body.
- Face: Pregnant women carry fluid in their faces, and also stress. A face massage can relieve pressure from the forward posture they sometimes attain later in pregnancy (when the face is pressed forward to counterbalance the tummy).
- Back: A back massage is good for hormone regulation and nerve regulation.
- Arms: An arm massage that focuses around the joints can relieve joint pain as well as press out swollen areas.
High Risk Pregnancies and Massage:
A high-risk pregnancy, for the purpose of this article, includes but is not limited to:
- Risk of illness or death in child and/or mother
- Likelihood of complicated childbirth
- Mother is over 40 or under 15
- Mother is diabetic
- Pre-eclampsia
- Multiples
- Mother is asthmatic
- Mother has life-threatening illness
Though it may seem that women in the high risk category should steer clear of anything that seems “alternative,” in the case of massage, the opposite may be true.
In fact, the Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynecology reports that massage can actually decrease the riskiness in nature of such pregnancies. Helping with hormones, swelling, and nerve pain in such difficult pregnancies helps women with some of the very symptoms that make her pregnancy difficult. (Field, T. “Pregnant Women Benefit from Massage Therapy,” Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics and Gynecology, 20, 31-38)
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Shannon Miller Lifestyle - Walk-Fit Program
We are proud to be working with Shannon Miller Lifestyle, SML, and her Walk-Fit Program!
Our goal is to improve the health and well-being of our Jacksonville Community through exercise, fitness and nutrition.
Keep a look out for up coming events that we are partnering with SML!
For more information on how you can get started for FREE, get your own pedometer, to win great prizes and incentives go to the SML Walk-Fit Program Page
Hope to see you all out there with your pedometers adding up your steps!
Joanna
Our goal is to improve the health and well-being of our Jacksonville Community through exercise, fitness and nutrition.
Keep a look out for up coming events that we are partnering with SML!
For more information on how you can get started for FREE, get your own pedometer, to win great prizes and incentives go to the SML Walk-Fit Program Page
Hope to see you all out there with your pedometers adding up your steps!
Joanna
Friday, December 2, 2011
Saturday, November 26, 2011
2012 SBLY Beaches
In Motion Physical Therapy has been awarded the 2012 Small Business Leader of the Year(SBLY) for the Beaches! The Jacksonville Chamber each year awards a SBLY for each of its councils and In Motion has won for the Beaches Council.
We are very excited to have won this award. We do pride ourselves in treating patients from the Beaches to the Southside areas. We are very glad to be a part of the beaches community especially since I call the beach my home.
I am now in the running to become SBLY overall for the Jacksonville Chamber! I am working hard to put together my business portfolio to represent my company and the Beaches Council.
I will keep you all informed of my progress.
Thank you so much to my patients, family, friends and the Beach!
We are very excited to have won this award. We do pride ourselves in treating patients from the Beaches to the Southside areas. We are very glad to be a part of the beaches community especially since I call the beach my home.
I am now in the running to become SBLY overall for the Jacksonville Chamber! I am working hard to put together my business portfolio to represent my company and the Beaches Council.
I will keep you all informed of my progress.
Thank you so much to my patients, family, friends and the Beach!
Monday, November 7, 2011
Borders of Love - *A New York Kind of Night*
Borders of Love is having its first annual Fundraising event!
"A New York Kind of Night"
Hors d'oeuvres, Drinks, Live Bank and Silent Auction
Saturday November 12th from 7:30-10:00 PM
Tickets are $50 per person or 2 tickets for $90
RSVP is requested by 11/8/11
Please join us as we celebrate our first annual fundraising party benefiting Borders of Love, a non-profit design program that creates happy, healing bedrooms for pediatric patients.
A portion of the proceeds will also benefit the
Tom Coughlin Jay Fund Foundation.
The event is hosted by In Motion Physical Therapy
4776 Hodges Blvd, Ste 101, Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904)223-2363 www.inmotionjax.com
Sponsored by Fitness by Fronk
RSVP to Carolyn or Joanna here or by phone or email:
(904)223-2363 or therapy@inmotionjax.com
Accepted forms of payments: credit card, check or cash
Borders of Love is a 501(c)(3) organization
Food by Mau Oui and Ocean 60
Wine, Beer, Martinis and soft drinks
Live Music by Galaxy Band
"A New York Kind of Night"
Hors d'oeuvres, Drinks, Live Bank and Silent Auction
Saturday November 12th from 7:30-10:00 PM
Tickets are $50 per person or 2 tickets for $90
RSVP is requested by 11/8/11
Please join us as we celebrate our first annual fundraising party benefiting Borders of Love, a non-profit design program that creates happy, healing bedrooms for pediatric patients.
A portion of the proceeds will also benefit the
Tom Coughlin Jay Fund Foundation.
The event is hosted by In Motion Physical Therapy
4776 Hodges Blvd, Ste 101, Jacksonville, FL 32224
(904)223-2363 www.inmotionjax.com
Sponsored by Fitness by Fronk
RSVP to Carolyn or Joanna here or by phone or email:
(904)223-2363 or therapy@inmotionjax.com
Accepted forms of payments: credit card, check or cash
Borders of Love is a 501(c)(3) organization
Food by Mau Oui and Ocean 60
Wine, Beer, Martinis and soft drinks
Live Music by Galaxy Band
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Simply Essential
Our own Kelly Downs has created her own line of artisan bath salts and oils!
They are hand-made health and beauty products using the highest quality botanical and natural ingredients.
Scents include: Rose Relaxation, Sore Muscle Soak, Citrus Sunshine and Respiratory Relief.
Some by and see and smell the products!
Like us on Facebook...
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Morning Show features Borders of Love
Check out Borders of Love in Advantage Biz Magazine!
Just found the link: Morning Show features Borders of Love
Just found the link: Morning Show features Borders of Love
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
In Motion - On Channel 4!
We were on Channel 4 News January 24th for our volunteer work with Borders of Love. We are so excited that Carolyn and Sergio were asked to speak, and they did a great job!
Check out Carolyn and Sergio with Staci Spanos on this link at News4Jax.
Great job and we are so excited to continue with our program!
If you want to see more and help with our cause, go to: http://www.bordersoflove.com/.
Check out Carolyn and Sergio with Staci Spanos on this link at News4Jax.
Great job and we are so excited to continue with our program!
If you want to see more and help with our cause, go to: http://www.bordersoflove.com/.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
In Motion News - Jan Edition
We are so excited to get out our first Monthly Newsletter! After 3 years in business, we are off and running. We hope you enjoy this newsletter and look for a new one each month. If you would like to receive it monthly email Carolyn at: therapy@inmotionjax.com
We are now a 5 employee office! Dr. Joanna Frantz, Owner and PT, Dr Ashley Gainey, PT and Athletic Trainer, Kelly Downs, LMT, Carolyn Weaver, office manager and marketing and Jerica Mackin, billing specialist.
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Monday, December 6, 2010
Massage Gift Certificates
Massage gift certificates are a great stocking stuffer.
We have 30 minute, 1 hour and packages available.
Kelly Downs. our massage therapist is skilled in many different types of massage such as:
Neuromuscular deep tissue
Swedish massage
Hot lava shells massage
Cupping bodywork
MyoKinesthetic system
Sports massage
Call us now and let us fill your needs! 223-2363
We have 30 minute, 1 hour and packages available.
Kelly Downs. our massage therapist is skilled in many different types of massage such as:
Neuromuscular deep tissue
Swedish massage
Hot lava shells massage
Cupping bodywork
MyoKinesthetic system
Sports massage
Call us now and let us fill your needs! 223-2363
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Holiday Gifts Here!
We have great items for holiday gifts. We have gifts for a cause, gifts for fitness and gifts just for fun!
We have Lava Shells for sale. They are a like a personal hot stone massage, but with shells. They use minerals and oils to create the heat and then you use the shell for the massage. The Lava Shells feel and smell great.
We have massage gift certificates for 30 or 60 minute massages. Get a friend or relative a gift certificate from us and we will provide a great atmosphere and service.
Check our list of exercise equipment for all levels on our for sale page.
We are also a certified resaler of Biofreeze which is a great adjunct to help reduce joint and muscle pain.
For our Borders of Love Program we are selling fabulous candles, just like the ones sold at Anthropologies but for only $20. Check out http://www.bordersoflove.com/.
Happy Holidays and we hope to help you with your gifts!
We have Lava Shells for sale. They are a like a personal hot stone massage, but with shells. They use minerals and oils to create the heat and then you use the shell for the massage. The Lava Shells feel and smell great.
We have massage gift certificates for 30 or 60 minute massages. Get a friend or relative a gift certificate from us and we will provide a great atmosphere and service.
Check our list of exercise equipment for all levels on our for sale page.
We are also a certified resaler of Biofreeze which is a great adjunct to help reduce joint and muscle pain.
For our Borders of Love Program we are selling fabulous candles, just like the ones sold at Anthropologies but for only $20. Check out http://www.bordersoflove.com/.
Happy Holidays and we hope to help you with your gifts!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Candles for Borders of Love
Hi All,
We have fabulous candles for sale. All profits go towards raising funds for our Borders of Love program. They are Aspen Bay candles. These are the candles that are sold at retail stores such as Anthropologie and we have them for less and go towards a great cause!
We are volunteering with Nemours to redecorate a child's bedroom. Check out the website: http://www.bordersoflove.com/ to learn more about what we do.
With the holidays coming up, the candles make a great gift! Call or come in to get yours today.
223-2363 or therapy@inmotionjax.com
We have fabulous candles for sale. All profits go towards raising funds for our Borders of Love program. They are Aspen Bay candles. These are the candles that are sold at retail stores such as Anthropologie and we have them for less and go towards a great cause!
We are volunteering with Nemours to redecorate a child's bedroom. Check out the website: http://www.bordersoflove.com/ to learn more about what we do.
With the holidays coming up, the candles make a great gift! Call or come in to get yours today.
223-2363 or therapy@inmotionjax.com
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Items for Sale
We have added an Items for Sale tab on our website. We have a lot of great things for stretching, exercise and stress relief.
We are a Biofreeze reseller. We have it in a roll-on and spray for those hard to reach places like the lower back. The 3oz roll-on is only $10 and the 4oz spray is $12.
Ice packs and moist hot packs in different shapes and sizes, even large ones that will fit your whole back. The moist hot packs have both a temperature control and timer so you can adjust to your personal needs.
Theraband products in different resistances. A popular item shown to decrease tennis elbow, the Flexbar is a great tool.
Foam rollers, both full and 1/2 for stretching and posture.
Stress relieving hand grippers, good for at your desk.
Give us a call for specific pricing: 223-2363
or email: therapy@inmotionjax.com
We are a Biofreeze reseller. We have it in a roll-on and spray for those hard to reach places like the lower back. The 3oz roll-on is only $10 and the 4oz spray is $12.
Ice packs and moist hot packs in different shapes and sizes, even large ones that will fit your whole back. The moist hot packs have both a temperature control and timer so you can adjust to your personal needs.
Theraband products in different resistances. A popular item shown to decrease tennis elbow, the Flexbar is a great tool.
Foam rollers, both full and 1/2 for stretching and posture.
Stress relieving hand grippers, good for at your desk.
Give us a call for specific pricing: 223-2363
or email: therapy@inmotionjax.com
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Peacock Scholarship
Those of us awarded last month are in the picture below:
Joanna Frantz (ME!), Snowden McFall, Ellen Bushnell and Phyllis Heisler
Joanna Frantz (ME!), Snowden McFall, Ellen Bushnell and Phyllis Heisler
I was one of the recipients of the Peacock Scholarship from the WBO. This award, named for the late Joan Robbins and her business, Peacock Properties, provides one applicant up to $150 to attend an educational offering specific to their industry or growing their business.
I will be using my scholarship towards my education for the Certificate in Orthopedic Manual Therapy. This certification is based on the Maitland-Australian Concept. This concept of assessment and treatment for SPINAL and PERIPHERAL conditions is recognized worldwide as an efficient, safe and gentle way to alleviate pain, restore movement, and maximize function in orthopedic patients.
I will be using my scholarship towards my education for the Certificate in Orthopedic Manual Therapy. This certification is based on the Maitland-Australian Concept. This concept of assessment and treatment for SPINAL and PERIPHERAL conditions is recognized worldwide as an efficient, safe and gentle way to alleviate pain, restore movement, and maximize function in orthopedic patients.
Congratulations to the other wonderful women. The WBO has been a great organization for me and my company.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Updated Website
We have made some updates to our site.
- Check out our new doctor, Dr. Ashley Gainey's bio. Picture coming soon!
- We have added some information about our massage services. Specials for PWC and WBO members!
- We have changed a few forms so they are easier and more efficient
- We added some general information about what we offer at In Motion.
Check back soon. We will be updating information about our In Motion For Life program. We are striving to provide treatment for Cancer Survivors to return activities and improve quality of life.
We are very excited to be sponsoring some upcoming events. Posts to come!
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